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With the continued growth of the Singapore media and entertainment industry, the fourth edition of this title not only updates the laws relevant to this industry, it expands into discussions of the practical application of these laws and regulations in the framework of managing media production. It is hoped that this enhances the primary purpose of this book in acting as a concise and practical reference guide for media students and practitioners.

The first analysis of Singapore international arbitration legislation and materials

This all-in-one reference text draws together, for the first time, all the international arbitration legislation in Singapore - annotated with a detailed analytical commentary, together with a comprehensive collection of related laws and materials.

Recent changes in mediation include the passing of the mediation bill in 2017; amendments to the Supreme Court practice directions on the provisions for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) for civil cases; and the reallocation of cases by the Family Justice Courts to Mediation.

The Annotated Singapore Companies Act provides invaluable section-by-section annotations to the Singapore Companies Act, throwing light on the application and interpretation of the provisions of the Act.

The Singapore International Commercial Court serves to entrench Singapore''s position as the premier dispute resolution hub in Asia. The SICC Handbook is the first comprehensive textbook on the subject; it is handy and convenient guide to the rules and procedure of the SICC.

This book is an essential reference for civil litigation practice in Singapore. Prepared to unparalleled quality of expert contributors, many of whom are senior counsel in leading law practices, it provides thorough, in-depth and well-researched guidance for the successful practice of civil litigation.

Commercial litigation is one of the busiest areas of practice in Singapore with the commercial court developig its own unique nuances. Law & Practice of Commercial Litigation in Singapore provides an in-depth, comprehensive and practical look at the practice of commercial litigation.

This book provides an authoritative and insightful commentary on the entire range of issues concerning trade marks and passing off in Singapore, including those generated by the Internet and social media.

This book provides an essential guide to drafting pleadings and related documents. It offers authoritative and structured precedents for the preparation of pleadings and other court documents complete with guiding commentary across both mainstream and specialist areas of practice.

This book contains actuarial tables for use in personal injury and fatal accident cases in Singapore. The value of these tables lies in the scientific basis upon which loss is estimated, and using them is akin to having expert witness evidence to guide the court in its decision. This is the only compilation of actuarial tables in Singapore and is the first of its kind.

Formerly known as Model Commercial Contracts and Letters, this revised and enhanced book aims to provide practical assistance in matters regarding the drafting of contracts and letters, to the various individuals who play different roles in a corporate structure. Each chapter begins with an introductory text, or a short commentary of the current law, and proceeds to suggest how letters and contracts may be prepared. Where appropriate, the use of forms and precedents and suggested checklists are discussed in greater detail.

There is a lack of locally produced texts to educate new practitioners to the shipping sectors. The subject of shipping has a broad prospect and vast evolutional nature either in technology or commercial, the acquisition of shipping knowledge should never be deemed sufficient or adequate. The book aims to explain the fundamentals of the complex issues arising in shipping law.

There have been many important developments since its last revised edition. It is imperative that Legal practitioners and students in Singapore are fully aware of these developments. Comprehensive text covering every aspect of IP in Singapore.

The book has been written for busy professionals in the construction industry. It summarises the respective legal position of the claimants and respondents as declared by the selected court decisions in an easy to read format.

Sweet & Maxwell brings to you the most comprehensive and authoritative set of adjudication determinations made under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act, enacted in 2005 to improve cash-flow by helping to speed up payment in the building and construction industry.

Sweet & Maxwell brings to you the most comprehensive and authoritative set of adjudication determinations made under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act, enacted in 2005 to improve cash-flow by helping to speed up payment in the building and construction industry.

Sweet & Maxwell brings to you the most comprehensive and authoritative set of adjudication determinations made under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act, enacted in 2005 to improve cash-flow by helping to speed up payment in the building and construction industry.

This Guide aims to help Singapore businesses understand competition principles and how to comply with the law so that businesses can avoid the significant risks of infringement which can adversely affect their financial position and reputation.

Provides a user-friendly and practical step-by-step guide to the essentials of Singapore legal process, the tools available to excel and practical guidance on advocacy strategies.

Addresses the much-needed practice-ready skills gap for those transitioning from law school or foreign jurisdictions into the Singapore legal practice and is the first comprehensive guide written from the Singapore perspective.

Written in a clear and practical manner, Ms Sim Khadijah provides a unique perspective on what’s required to succeed in law early in your career from her background as Counsel, Assistant Registrar and Judge, with experience in private practice, public service and a skills trainer for NUS, SILE and SMC.

There exists a gap between what is taught in law schools and the skills that are actually needed in practice. Senior lawyers may not have the bandwidth to train and mentor their junior lawyers as much as they would prefer. As a result, these young lawyers are unable to maximise their true potential in the shortest time possible. This prompted the founding of the author’s legal skills training firm, Lacuna Training Solutions, the first of its kind, to fill the training gap.

“It is no overstatement to say that Mr Chow is the doyen of Singapore construction law and is perhaps the foremost authority on this topic.”

The Honourable the Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon

Supreme Court of Singapore

From the Foreword to the 5th Edition

Regarded as the leading title for construction practitioners over the past 25 years, the fifth edition incorporates ground-breaking decisions on jurisdictional issues while taking into consideration the newer editions of the major standard forms such as FIDIC 2017. It also provides a commentary on the Singapore Institute of Architects Building Contracts 2016.

Additional chapter & updated contents reflecting changes to the law in 2018.

The second edition reflects the latest changes in the law up to February 2018 to clearly provide you with a holistic view on Evidence Law in Singapore. Moving beyond Singapore, the applicability of evidence law related in international tribunals is covered in the new chapter to benefit arbitrators.

Law Relating to Specific Contracts in Singapore, 2nd Edition is an authoritative reference that covers contractual issues in most common commercial situations that practitioners are likely to encounter in their practice in Singapore.

Its breadth of coverage, scope and detail make it an indispensable treatise on the application of the law of contract in commercial transactions. This new edition includes copious citation of Singapore and foreign case authorities and a careful review of new statutory provisions. This comprehensive reference will continue to be the practitioner''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''s choice for authority and clarity of discussion.

The Companies (Amendment) Act 2014 (Act No. 36 of 2014) was passed by Parliament on 8 October 2014. It brings forth wide-ranging amendments to the Companies Act (Cap. 50, 2006 Revised Ed.) which have not yet come into force.

This volume makes available the full text of the Companies Act as is currently in force, complemented with the amendments made by Act No. 36 of 2014 and relevant amendment notes (both of Act No. 36 of 2014 and of earlier amending legislation dating back to 1987).

ALB is the world’s leading source of intelligent information for businesses and professionals. Published from Singapore and Hong Kong, each issue is packed with news, hard hitting analysis and investigative journalism.

Regional editors provide up to the minute legal and regulatory updates, while a team of dedicated journalists provide in depth analysis of all the issues facing lawyers and in-house counsel throughout the region.

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First of its kind in Singapore, Business Law for the Night Entertainment Entrepreneur weaves through the myriad of business laws to bring the legal issues night entertainment business owners face into the spotlight.

Business owners who do not want to flout the laws and who wish to gain a better understanding of how business law applies in practice will find this book filled with useful insights.

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Singapore Company Secretary''''s Practice (SCSP) is a comprehensive in-depth reference source for company secretaries. It covers everything company secretaries need to know when carrying out their day-to-day duties and provides guidance on more complex issues that they may encounter. It contains commentary, specimen minutes, and resolutions as well as full reproductions of prescribed forms, and selected guidelines and codes to help company secretaries understand and apply the requirements under company and securities law in fulfiling their obligations to their company and its officers.

The Hands On Guide - Company Secretarial Essentials Singapore(HOSCS) deals with the key issues company secretaries encounter. The guide addresses the workflow needs of company secretaries and filled wiht practical tips, examples, specimen forms, minutes, checklists and resolutions to assist the company secretaries in discharging their duties.

Singapore Companies Legislation (SCL + SSL) which also included Singapore Securities Legislation offers current information on companies and securities laws, rules, orders, regulations, codes and guidelines in Singapore. Regular updates incorporate amendments made to these legislation with concise summaries of the section.

A law reporting service that focuses on company and securities law cases, this service publishes decisions of the courts in Malaysia and Singapore from 2014 onwards. Eight updates are included every year. To assist practitioners in these areas, the headnotes focus on company and securities law issues.

Malaysian & Singapore Company Law & Practice (MSCP) is a comprehensive reference work on practising in these two jurisdictions. It is structured in a manner which allows you to go directly to key points. Summaries of recent developments affecting company law practice in both countries and reference to local, regional and international landmark cases is also included.

2 volumes; 4 updates per year.

This publication is a comprehensive reference work on company law and practice in these two jurisdictions.. Also included are summaries of recent developments affecting the company law regime in both countries with references to local, regional and international landmark cases.

A discussion of the deliberations of the Council on Corporate Disclosure and Governance (CCDG) on the new proposals to the 2012 Code including why some of the short comings of the 2005 Code (which were highlighted in the 1st edition) were adopted, rejected or adapted. And much more...

In the course of medical practice, there is an ever-present risk of being sued.

While there is no way to guarantee that one will not be sued, a knowledge of medical negligence law can be helpful in reducing the risk.

Written by an author who is both a qualified doctor as well as a qualified lawyer, this book explores both the principles of medical negligence law (duty of care, standard of care, breach of duty and causation) and the position of the law specific to Singapore.

The book also draws on source material from Australia, Canada, England and the United Statesof America to provide a guide as to the current position of the law.

In addition, a number of illustrative cases that have arisen in the context of diagnosis, consentand treatment are highlighted.

Biomedical Science Law & Practice is a practical strategic guide to the management of legal risks in biomedical science transactions, and commercialisation of innovation and technology through strategic intellectual property licensing.

This book provides a concise introduction to strategic legal risk management issues and strategic value creation in the entire biomedical science value chain, including legal liability issues from R&D, clinical trials, production of devices and market roll-out, protection of innovation through intellectual property (patents, copyrights, trade marks and trade secrets); and commercialisation of biomedical science innovation through strategic licensing and technology transfer, including unique licensing arrangements relating to genome. Checklists, sample agreements and biomedical patents and real life and hypothetical case studies used in the book facilitates learning at the operational or technical level of execution.

Contents:

Biomedical Science & The Law

Strategic Legal Risk Management in Biomedical Science

Fundamentals of Intellectual Property in Biomedical Science

Licensing & Commercialization of Technology Assets

Due Diligence of Biomedical Companies

The Ethics of Patenting Life

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